2004 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
